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Wedge bids a fond farewell to Hlumela Anderson as she joins Elphin Lodge
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With both pride and a touch of sadness, SANCA Wedge Gardens bids farewell to Hlumela Anderson, whose dedication and compassion have left an indelible mark on the substance use treatment centre over the past 13 years. Hlumela’s career at Wedge Gardens began in 2011 as an administrative clerk, where she adeptly handled medical aid claims… Read more
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Hands of hope: SANCA Wedge Gardens clients create a vibrant tree of diversity and support
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At Sanca Wedge Gardens substance use treatment centre, we work with a diverse group of people. Recently, we asked our clients to trace and cut out their hands, then decorate them with paint or colours in any way they wished. The hands were then displayed on the branches of a ‘tree’. “The results were vibrant… Read more
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Routine: A cornerstone of recovery from substance use disorder
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Substance use disorder (SUD) can disrupt every aspect of a person’s life, leading to chaos, instability and a loss of control. This is according to Adèl Grobbelaar, the manager of SANCA Wedge Gardens SUD treatment centre, who says that one of the most effective tools in recovery is the establishment of a routine. “A routine… Read more
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SANCA Wedge Gardens’ clients celebrate their heritage
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SANCA Wedge Gardens’ clients came together on Heritage Day to celebrate together and talk about their traditions and culture, with each one placing a piece on a map to represent where they come from. A sports day was also held, with clients being divided into teams and competing against each other. Lots of fun and… Read more
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Supporting employees on their recovery journey
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Given the prevalence of addiction, employers are increasingly confronted with employees struggling with substance use disorders. This is not surprising, given the challenges that can arise in the workplace, says Adèl Grobbelaar, the manager of SANCA Wedge Gardens. “Stress factors can push individuals to seek performance enhancement through substances, mistakenly believing they boost creativity and… Read more
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The power of denial in addiction: Breaking the cycle
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Denial is a cornerstone of addiction, a powerful force that can blind individuals to the destructive consequences of substance use. Those suffering from substance use disorders often deny the existence of their addiction, the substances they use, the quantities consumed, the frequency of use, the people they use with, and the negative impact their addiction… Read more
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Cultivating growth and recovery: SANCA Wedge Gardens’ therapeutic power of gardening
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SANCA Wedge Gardens, a renowned therapeutic facility, has expanded its holistic approach to recovery by incorporating a vegetable garden into its comprehensive programme. Under the guidance of property co-ordinator Thuli Dlamini, the vegetable garden aims to empower patients to take ownership of their healing journey through active participation in a nurturing activity. “Gardening has long… Read more
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International Overdose Awareness Day: Together we can
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International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31 serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of substance abuse on individuals, families, and communities. “At SANCA Wedge Gardens, we witness first-hand the challenges faced by those struggling with addiction,” says Adèl Grobbelaar, who heads up the Johannesburg-based treatment centre. The theme of this year’s campaign… Read more
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SANCA Wedge Gardens’ clients give back on Mandela Day
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SANCA Wedge Gardens’ clients and staff spent Mandela Day putting together care packages for people in need of pampering! Forming part of the substance use treatment centre’s occupational therapy activities, the assembled care packages included a bodywash/soap, lotion, shampoo and an emery board for nail care. “These were finished off with a ribbon and a… Read more
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Wedge Gardens among SANCA centres affected by government funding crisis
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Despite the government’s recognition of substance abuse as one of the priority issues, some Gauteng SANCA treatment centres are facing imminent closure due to delays in the funding process and lack of communication from the Gauteng Department of Social Development (GDSD) for the new financial year. On Friday, April 26, SANCA Horizon in Boksburg, one… Read more
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